Junior Architect / Civil Engineer - No. 2605

Introduction

CES Consulting Engineers Salzgitter GmbH is an independent consulting engineering company based in Braunschweig, Germany, with extensive international experience. CES provides integrated solutions for complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects across the civil engineering sector. Our services cover the full project cycle, from feasibility studies and design to construction supervision, cost control, capacity building, and institutional strengthening. CES primarily works in international development cooperation, implementing infrastructure projects for high-level public clients such as ministries and government authorities, funded by international donors.

Tasks

• Status: Employment contract
• Start: ASAP
• Duration: Permanent
• Position: Junior Architect / Civil Engineer
• Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering
• Country: Germany, worldwide
• Sector: Public Infrastructure

To strengthen our Public Infrastructure Division in Braunschweig, we are seeking a Junior Architect / Civil Engineer (m/f/d) to join our international team.

This position offers an excellent entry point into international development cooperation through hands-on work on public infrastructure projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Project Director and project teams in the Public Infrastructure Division
• Contribute to the implementation and technical development of ongoing projects
• Conduct site surveys, collect site data and user requirements, and support stakeholder engagement
• Prepare, adapt, and review architectural designs (conceptual and detailed) in line with client requirements
• Draft, revise, and review technical documentation
• Assist in monitoring project progress within multidisciplinary and international teams
• Support field teams in project planning and implementation activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering
• Strong interest in working in international and intercultural environments
• Basic knowledge of designing public infrastructure such as schools, health centers, and markets is an asset
• Interest in sustainable and energy-efficient design approaches
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently while being accountable within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent command of English; knowledge of French or Portuguese is a strong asset; German is a plus
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Revit); BIM knowledge is an advantage
• Good command of Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel internationally and undertake mid and short-term assignments abroad
• Initial professional experience is an asset but not required

Benefits

Our Offer

As part of our junior-level program, we offer:

• A structured entry into international technical development cooperation
• On-the-job training in ongoing international development projects
• Active involvement in project implementation both at headquarters and in international field offices
• Collaboration within multidisciplinary and intercultural teams
• Competitive salary conditions, including coverage of travel and accommodation costs during assignments abroad in project countries

Interested applicants are requested to send their CV and a motivation letter.

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